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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Santander to Santiago de Compostela
Cheapest price on Sep 17
€62
Average ticket price on Sep 17
€62
Fastest journey on Sep 17
9 h 30 m
Average journey duration on Sep 17
9 h 30 m
Buses on Sep 17
1
Distance
390 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Santander to Santiago de Compostela is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Santander to Santiago de Compostela will cost around €62 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €62.
On Thu, Sep 17, we found 1 buses from Santander to Santiago de Compostela, including 1 direct services.
On Thu, Sep 17 the direct buses cover the 390 km distance in an average of 9 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 30 m .
On Thu, Sep 17 the slowest buses will take 9 h 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Normal11:45 AM9h30Santander, Estación de Autobuses9:15 PMSantiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses€621One-way0 transfers
- Normal11:45 AM9h30Santander, Estación de Autobuses9:15 PMSantiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses€621One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Santander to Santiago de Compostela
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Santander to Santiago de Compostela among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €13 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 47m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €13, while a flight costs an average of €329.
Distance: 390 km
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| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€48 Average price | €329 Average price | €13 Average price Cheapest | €79 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 38m Average total duration 9h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 47m Average total duration Fastest 2h 47m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 7h 21m Average total duration 6h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Santander to Santiago de Compostela:
A train is €5 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Santander to Santiago de Compostela costing on average €65.
A train is €200 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Santander to Santiago de Compostela costing on average €260.
Other travel options to Santiago de Compostela take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 23m.
Bus takes on average 7h 26m.
Live departures
Santander to Santiago de Compostela bus times
The table below shows live departures for Santander to Santiago de Compostela buses for tomorrow, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Normal | 11:45 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 9h30 | 9:15 PM Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Santander to Santiago de Compostela
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Buses from Santander to Santiago de Compostela run on average 3 times per day, taking around 7h 26m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €62 but you can travel from only €55 by flight.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 03:45, the last at 17:45. The fastest bus covers the 390 km distance in 9h 15m.
Distance 390 km |
Average bus duration 7h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price €62 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 9h 15m |
First bus 3:45 AM |
Last bus 5:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 21 days |
Bus providers: Alsa from Santander to Santiago de CompostelaYou can travel by bus between Santander to Santiago de Compostela with Alsa for as low as €9. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Santander to Santiago de Compostela
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santander to Santiago de Compostela by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Santiago de Compostela, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
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- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
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- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Santander to Santiago de Compostela
Most Santander to Santiago de Compostela buses use the Santander, Estación de Autobuses to Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses station pair, with some services arriving at Santiago de Compostela, Aeropuerto de Santiago - Rosalía de Castro. Use this guide to compare Santander and Santiago de Compostela bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses from Santiago de Compostela city centre
Getting to Santiago de Compostela, Aeropuerto de Santiago - Rosalía de Castro from Santiago de Compostela city centre
Santiago de Compostela, Aeropuerto de Santiago - Rosalía de Castro is 10 km from Santiago de Compostela city centre. Public transport options include:
Santiago de Compostela, Aeropuerto de Santiago - Rosalía de Castro bus station facilities and services
Santiago de Compostela, Aeropuerto de Santiago - Rosalía de Castro has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi is available within the station. ATMs are available at Santiago de Compostela, Aeropuerto de Santiago - Rosalía de Castro.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Santiago de Compostela, Aeropuerto de Santiago - Rosalía de Castro.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Santiago de Compostela, Aeropuerto de Santiago - Rosalía de Castro: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Santiago de Compostela, Aeropuerto de Santiago - Rosalía de Castro: The station is accessible for passengers with reduced mobility.
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